Aussie Adventurer TM PORTABLE LP Gas Grill Pre-Assembled Grill Owner’s and Use Manual This Owners Manual for use with Models: 2400 with Side Table 2410 with Side Burner 2420 with Side Table and Lantern 2430 with Side Burner and Lantern 2440 with Side Burner, Lantern and Carry Bag MODEL 2430 shown (LP Cylinders not included) FOR OUTDOOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. NOT FOR COMMERCIAL USE. For Customer Service, call 1-800-251-7558 or visit our website at www.meco.
CONTENTS I. Assembly Instructions.......................................................2 A) Parts Illustrations...........................................................3 B) Parts List........................................................................4 C) Setting up Your Grill.......................................................5 1) Standing Grill On Legs...............................................5 2) Side Table Assembly..................................................
Parts Replacement Illustrations 1 3 2 11 10 6 5 4 7 8 9 13 12 15 14 20 16 17 18 19 21 23 25 24 22 26 30 31 27 28 29 36 32 37 35 34 33 39 40 42 38 41 3
6 43 47 45 44 50 51 48 49 58 52 53 56 55 54 57 59 62 60 61 PARTS LIST ITEM DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 PART # Owner's Manual Hood w/Hinges Screw, M6x9 Shoulder (Hood Hinge) Hinge, Hood Screw, M5x10mm (Hood Hinge Bracket) Nut, M5 Hex Washer Head (Hood Hinge) Screw, M5x15 (Hood Handle) Hood Handle Hood Badge Hood Latch Screw, M5x12mm (Upper Leg) Bracket, Leg Screw, ST4.
QTY PARTS LIST (CONT'D) ITEM DESCRIPTION 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 PART # Heat Shield Screw, ST3.8x6mm (Heat Shield) Guide Bracket, Main Burner Screw, M4x10mm (M. Burner/S.
STEP 2) Lift grill up at one leg mount. Release the spring lever at each leg foot. (FIG. 2A) Swing each leg all the way out one at a time, and let it rest on the floor. (FIG. 2B, 2C & 2D) The last leg will allow the grill to stand by itself. This is the lower height for use. Leg Pinch area FIG. 3B 1 1’4” FIG. 3D FIG. 3C Depress Leg Button Spring Lever STEP 4) If the grill is not standing level, the legs can be adjusted to level it.
Lift Bowl Pan and Burner up and out Control Knob Stryofoam Pads Pull hose away from flange FIG. 5A Fig. 4B To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death: · Do not load plastic side table or side burner with more than 10 lb./4.5kg (one gallon liquid/3.8L). Excess weight could tip grill over causing a fire or explosion and damage side table or side burner. · Do not place hot utensils or cookware on plastic side table or side burner cover that can cause them to melt.
Insert the large opening of the Mantle over the burner. (FIG. 6B) NOTE: The colored end should be at the top. Pull the mantle down over the burner until the large opening encircles the two bottom burner notches and the top opening encircles the two top burner notches. (FIG. 6C) Form the mantle to a conical shape around the burner. (FIG. 6D) NOTE: Do not tear a hole in the mantle. If you do, use another one. Always have spare mantles handy. (See Warnings page 15.
STEP 3) Assemble Lantern and Gas Tube: Insert the gas tube into the lantern nozzle. (FIG. 7A) Engage the knurled coupling into the lantern and turn until snug. (FIG. 7B) Be careful not to cross thread the connection. FIG. 7A To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death: · Always burn portable lantern on a flat level surface in an upright position away from any flammable substances. · When carrying Portable Lantern, hold it away from you and do not run with it.
Connecting/Disconnecting LP Gas Cylinders HOSES AND REGULATOR INSTALLATION CODES To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death: · This installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with either the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, or CAN/CGA-B149.2, Propane Installation Code.
STEP 3) Connect 1 pound Cylinder to Grill and Accessories: Grasp the regulator to the grill (FIG. 10B), Side burner hose coupling (FIG. 10C), or Lantern gas supply tube (FIG. 10D) with one hand. Hold Cylinder upright with other hand. Push cylinder nozzle into the threaded connection and turn cylinder by hand until snug. Do not turn Cylinder upside down. Do not use tools. Make sure the connection does not cross thread. Swing Cylinders into Leg Holders and snap into place. (FIG. 10E) FIG. 10B FIG. 10D FIG.
PERFORMING A LEAK TEST Leak Test Main Burner Connections To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death: · Always perform a leak test before each use. · Never use a match or open flame to test for gas leaks. · Perform a leak test in a well ventilated area. · Do not perform a leak test on a grill while it is hot or in use. · Do not use the LP gas grill if you detect a gas leak that cannot be corrected by using the leak test procedures on following page.
LIGHTING THE GAS GRILL To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death: · Use only 1 pound LP cylinder with this Grill. · Open Hood before lighting the grill to prevent an explosion from gas build-up. · Make sure there are no obstructions to the flow of combustion and ventilation air to the main grill. · During failed lighting attempts, or if the side burner goes out during the cooking process, turn control knob “Off” to dissipate any accumulation of gas.
To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death: · Use only 1 pound LP cylinder with Side Burner. · Remove plastic Side burner cover before lighting the Side burner to prevent an explosion from gas build-up or melting of the cover. · Make sure there are no obstructions to the flow of combustion and ventilation air to the side burner. · During failed lighting attempts, or if the side burner goes out during the cooking process, turn control knob “Off” to dissipate any accumulation of gas.
To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death: · Use only 1 pound LP cylinder with Lantern. · Do not use gas tube with Portable Lantern and 1 pound LP cylinder. It is unstable and will cause lantern to tip over and cause a fire. · Make sure there are no obstructions to the flow of combustion and ventilation air to the Lantern. · Always burn lantern in upright position away from any flammable substances. · Use lantern for lighting only. Do not touch hot surfaces.
OPERATING THE LP GAS GRILL To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death: · Never use charcoal in your LP gas grill. Do not use aerosols or store flammable liquids or materials near this gas grill. · Keep regulator hose away from any heated surfaces. · Check the LP gas grill for gas leaks and Burner obstructions before each use. · To prevent an explosion from gas build-up,always open the hood before lighting the LP gas grill. · Do not attempt to extinguish a grease fire with water or other liquids.
END OF COOKING SESSION · To avoid burns, allow the grill and the grease in the grease container to cool before emptying, handling parts or cleaning. · To reduce the risk of a fire, empty the Grease container after each cooking session so excessive grease does not accumulate. · Never light the LP gas grill without the Grease Container in place. · Allow grill to completely cool before replacing side burner cover.
f) If grill is to be stored, coat Burner lightly with cooking oil and wrap in a protective cover to keep insects out. B) Lantern Burner: a) Remove the top cover and glass globe. Open up clogged burner holes with a small nail or wire. (FIG. 19A) Normal wear and corrosion could enlarge some holes, however, if large cracks or holes are found, replace the Burner. Note: It is normal for surface rust to be present on the burners. b) Remove the two screws from the housing. (FIG.
STORAGE AND TRANSPORT To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death: · Disconnect all LP gas cylinders when not in use and before storage. Gas will vent from lantern gas tube and side burner. Make sure you disconnect cylinders away from you to avoid gas fumes and odor in your face. · Store your LP gas grill in a cool, dry place. You can store your grill indoors only if the cylinders are disconnected. · Do not store an LP cylinder indoors (empty or filled).
e) Unzip the Grill Cover and lay it out flat as shown. (FIG. 19E) With grill legs folded under the grill, place the grill on the grill cover. f) Unzip the pocket in the grill cover and place Lantern inside as shown. (FIG. 19F) Zip the Lantern pocket. g) Carefully fold over the grill cover flap, allowing the Lantern to rest on top of the body above the left leg. Zip the grill cover and allow the handle to protrude through the opening of the grill cover.
TROUBLESHOOTING (Cont’d) Problem: Possible Cause: Solution: Grill Burner will not light using a match Obstructions in burner See How to Clean the Burners page 17- Re-install after cleaning Electrode and burner are wet Dry electrode with clean cloth. Air dry or use blow dryer. Electrode wire and/or ground wire loose or disconnected Reconnect the electrode and ground wires.
MECO CORPORATION LIMITED WARRANTY This product is warranted to the original consumer purchaser against defects in material and workmanship under normal outdoor household use and correct assembly (if assembled by the consumer-purchaser). Burner and Cooking Grid are warranted for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. All other parts are warranted for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase.
Leg Lock Assembly Instructions for Open/Close Leg (Note: Use these instructions with Step 2 on page 6.) To reduce the risk of a cut or pinching injury: · Wear protective gloves when handling parts that have sharp edges. · When opening legs, keep hands and fingers away from the three body leg mount areas to avoid pinching. OPENING LEGS-As you open the legs in Step 2 on page 6, notice the new leg lock assembly that will automatically lock in the open position as each leg is opened. (FIG.
Instructions for Locking/UnLocking Legs Note: Use these steps after Step 2 of Owner’s Manual. After setting the grill up on all three legs, grab the rod hanging down near each leg. Push the “L” shaped end into the Leg Lock Clip recess to lock. NOTE: Before folding the legs for storage or transport, release the rod from the spring clip and rotate it back into the body cavity.
